Fictitious business name 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the fictitious business name application in the editor.
2. In section 2, enter the fictitious business name(s) you wish to register. Ensure that all names listed are operated at the same address and under the same ownership.
3. For section 3, provide the street address and county of your principal place of business in California. If you do not have a local address, include your out-of-state address instead.
4. In section 4, fill in your full name and residence address if you are an individual registrant. For partnerships or corporations, list all relevant names and addresses as specified.
5. Select the appropriate business type in section 5 by checking one of the options provided.
6. Indicate when you commenced business under this fictitious name in section 6. If you haven't started yet, simply write 'N/A'.
7. Finally, sign and print your name in section 7, ensuring that any corporate officers also state their titles.

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